Learning the keyboard

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I'm thinking of learning an instrument, and the keyboard is the one I want to learn. I have picked a keyboard called the Yamaha YPT-220 and a stand for it. Also there is a beginners book that seems highly recommended.
Is there anything else that I need to know or something that will help me learn the keyboard.
Can I learn the notes on a keyboard before I even get the paino, I guess I could look at a pick and learn all the notes. Theres 7 is that right, A-G?
Also do I always have to have the keyboard in the stand, or can I just have it on my lap and still play properly?
Daft questions im sure, but I really don't have a clue:p any help would be great.
 
I play the guitar a little, i'm not suggesting we form a band. But i will suggest that you learn your scales!

There will be loads of resource on the net if you have a look.

Good luck and enjoy!
 
Thanks Turniphead that looks great, do you know any music forums that's worth signing up to that helps beginners?
Also is the key notes (a-g) the same layout on a piano?
 
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Bakes.

Piano and keyboard imo are really like two separate things.

Piano work is a lot of left hand work to provide your bottom notes. The keyboard is more right hand melody work with the left hand changing chords of your backing track.

If it's piano you want, then I suggest not getting the keyboard you mention and maybe look on ebay for a decently priced digital piano with full size weighted keys.

If it's keyboard you want to learn, then that one is fine and I believe already has a lesson system built in.

It's very addictive though. I guarantee you within 6 month's, you'll be looking longingly at pics of Yamaha Tyros' and Korg Pa3X's.

This was my first 'proper' keyboard. Cost me £1300.

 
Sorry about the delay. It's a nice piano. However, I would probably drop a bit extra to get the P105. This piano allows you to connect a 3 pedal unit, which you really need to learn to use if you want to be a 'proper' piano player.
 
Ok rob, ill save the pennies but It does mean cancelling my Playstation 4 preorder. I wont able to get it till November (get paid monthly) so if im still thinking about a piano by then, I know I really want it.
Im gonna learn from the videos above but maybe later on get some lessons. The only person I could find local is in the below link, what do you think?

http://www.firsttutors.com/uk/music/teacher/kathryn.piano
 
robfosters said:
Sorry about the delay. It's a nice piano. However, I would probably drop a bit extra to get the P105. This piano allows you to connect a 3 pedal unit, which you really need to learn to use if you want to be a 'proper' piano player.
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You can get a pretty long way with just a sustain pedal :) I wouldn't worry about the other two unless you really get into it.
 
Take some lessons!

It's especially true on the keyboard that it's very easy to learn bad habits right at the start and then it's hard work unlearning them. Things that seem very simple like getting the height of your chair right, posture, angle that you hold your hands make a difference. Then there's how you cross over fingers in running up a scale; how you get your hands working independently - get them right at the start and you'll be thankful later on! A teacher will make a big difference, being able correct faults before they establish themselves - and encouraging when there seems like little progress.
 
Got an email off the tutor today, she only has a few spaces left so hopefully its times I can do. She charges £32 an hour, I think I can only afford to do it once a week, I hope that's enough.
 
Getting a lesson once a week is fine as long as you have at least half an hour every day on your own piano, practising what you have learn't.

Her prices sound spot on. Don't forget to budget for books (they can be quite pricey), and also, money for exams if you plan to take your grading exams. I would do if you're really into it. Nice to see an official certificate proclaiming your talent.
 
robfosters said:
Getting a lesson once a week is fine as long as you have at least half an hour every day on your own piano, practising what you have learn't.

Her prices sound spot on. Don't forget to budget for books (they can be quite pricey), and also, money for exams if you plan to take your grading exams. I would do if you're really into it. Nice to see an official certificate proclaiming your talent.
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Good post, thanks.
Ill be getting myself a piano in mid September when I get paid. Never thought about the grading part, sounds interesting and another motivation to improve I guess:)
 
Got another email from her saying I can have a lesson tomorrow as long as I got a music book to work with. I have been recommended on a piano forum to get Alfies complete beginners book.
Is that normal having to get your own music book, I thought the tutor would have them already. I guess we get are own so we can pick the type of music we like or something:confused:
But yep im looking forward to my first lesson.
 
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